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Chellanam fishers face empty nets and plummeting prices for low-value catches, unlike neighbouring areas enjoying a sardine bounty, severely impacting livelihoods.
Both sardine roe and roe sacs are rich in vitamin D, omega-3s, and protein.
Another common cause is physical trauma, which usually affects only one eye initially. This can happen due to aggressive behaviour or fighting among fish, rough handling during transfer, or scrapes from sharp objects inside the tank or pond.
Four men were arrested in Kerala for poisoning a river tributary to catch fish. Residents reported the illegal practice, which kills thousands of fish annually, had continued for years.
CMFRI scientists identified a new species, *Cyttopsis indica* (Indian Dory), off Kerala's coast, previously misidentified as *Cyttopsis rosea*.
This monsoon, Kerala's fishermen report larger, roe-carrying mathi, suggesting recovery after years of small catches, thanks to stricter regulations and nutrient-rich upwelling.
Jyothish died from food poisoning after consuming fish curry. A case is being registered against the hotel, and food samples have been collected.
Sardines have returned to the Kannur coast in massive quantities after two years of scarcity, bringing joy and economic activity. These 'neymathi' sardines are plump, oily, and packed with nutrients, and Malayalis are celebrating their return with diverse culinary preparations.
After a prolonged lull, sardines have made a strong comeback along the Kannur coast.
Sardines, nutritious and affordable, are a global food source with Morocco being the largest producer. Favourable weather has boosted recent catches in Kerala, with a shoal observed off the Kollam coast.
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